How to Switch Baby Formula

Posted by Anonymous , 9/4/2007 Tags:SwitchBabyFormula
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How to Switch Baby Formula

Introduction

You think you'd like to try a different baby formula, but you're worried how it will affect the baby. It's not harmful to switch brands of baby formula as long as you don't switch repeatedly and as long as you stick with the same type of formula when you switch brands.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Steps

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Step One

Stick with the same type of formula. If your baby is on cow's milk-based formula, it's okay to switch to another brand of cow's milk-based formula. If your baby is on soy formula, you can switch to a different brand of soy formula.
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Step Two

Talk to your pediatrician about gassiness, spitting up or fussiness.
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Step Three

Mix the old and new formulas together at first so that baby has time to adjust to the new taste.
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Step Four

Give the new formula a try, but let baby make the final decision. If baby's bowels and tastes seem unable to adjust to the new formula, go back to the original after a few days.
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Step Five

Try again in a few months if you still want to switch, but remember, babies don't take formula for very long until they are ready for solid foods. It's better to give him what he likes and can tolerate than to force him to switch if he really doesn't want to.

Tips & Warnings

  • Speak with your doctor about your baby's specific dietary tolerances and restrictions before making any changes. Your doctor will have good recommendations for nutrition based on your baby's development and growth.
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